From unofficial advisors to 'secret weapons,' the role of political spouses on the campaign trail is varied
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau announced that after 18 years of marriage they have decided to separate.Trudeau separation brings private matter into the public eyeCatherine Cullen, host of CBC Radio's The House, looks at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau's separation announcement and the political and procedural issues that may follow the deeply personal decision.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau celebrate an election victory at Liberal election headquarters in Montreal on Monday Oct. 21, 2019.Grégoire Trudeau has been particularly visible throughout all of Trudeau's federal election campaigns. She introduced him at events, mingled with voters, rallied volunteers and spoke with the media.
Grégoire Trudeau has become a public figure in her own right, championing causes she is passionate about, like mental health and gender equality. "Having your family with you is done to try and convey that you're supported, you have people around you who think you're a good person," she said.
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